PlainVitamins

Whey Smooth Vanilla

by Equate · powder · 2 lb

  • On the market (NIH)
  • UPC 6 81131 17160 1
  • DSLD label 178757
  • Serving 50 g (2 scoops)
  • 18 servings

Whey Smooth Vanilla by Equate lists 6 ingredients, 6 with an amount per serving of 50 g, such as 0.31 mg of iron, 164 mg of calcium and 200 mg of potassium, beside 9 Nutrition Facts rows (calories, fat and the like). Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on July 25, 2018.

What is in Whey Smooth Vanilla?

Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 50 g. The capsule beside an amount places it among every product in the NIH database that lists the same ingredient: the bar is the middle half of their amounts, the line in it the median, the whiskers the 10th and 90th percentiles; the green tick is the FDA Daily Value and the red dashed tick the adult upper limit (IOM).

Whey Smooth Vanilla: Supplement Facts rows against the market (DSLD label 178757, January 2026 release)
IngredientAmount% DVAmong products listing it
Calories180 Calories
Total Fat3 g4%Fat (unspecified) in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 11,965 products3 g per serving; the middle half of products list 1 g to 2.5 g, the median 1.5 g.3 g

Higher than 76% of 11,965 products listing fat (unspecified) (median 1.5 g).

Saturated Fat2 g10%Saturated fat in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 5,234 products2 g per serving; the middle half of products list 0.5 g to 1.5 g, the median 1 g.2 g

Higher than 76% of 5,234 products listing saturated fat (median 1 g).

Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol120 mg40%Cholesterol in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 5,275 products120 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 5 mg to 45 mg, the median 15 mg.120 mg

Higher than 96% of 5,275 products listing cholesterol (median 15 mg).

Sodium160 mg7%Sodium in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 14,514 products160 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 15 mg to 142 mg, the median 55 mg.160 mg

Higher than 77% of 14,514 products listing sodium (median 55 mg).

Total Carbohydrates9 g3%Carbohydrate in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 21,979 products9 g per serving; the middle half of products list 1 g to 6 g, the median 3 g.9 g

Higher than 85% of 21,979 products listing carbohydrate (median 3 g).

Total Sugars3 gSugar in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 11,807 products3 g per serving; the middle half of products list 1 g to 4 g, the median 2 g.3 g

Higher than 53% of 11,807 products listing sugar (median 2 g).

Added Sugars0 g
Protein30 g60%Protein in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 8,985 products30 g per serving; the middle half of products list 2 g to 24 g, the median 16 g.30 g

Higher than 90% of 8,985 products listing protein (median 16 g).

Iron0.31 mg2%Iron in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 6,910 products0.31 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 1.2 mg to 18 mg, the median 5 mg.DV 18 mgUL 45 mg0.31 mg

95% of 6,910 products listing iron give more (median 5 mg).

Calcium164 mg13%Calcium in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 17,831 products164 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 50 mg to 252 mg, the median 115 mg.DV 1,300 mgUL 2,500 mg164 mg

Higher than 61% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 mg).

Potassium200 mg4%Potassium in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 11,614 products200 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 50 mg to 190 mg, the median 99 mg.DV 4,700 mg200 mg

Higher than 76% of 11,614 products listing potassium (median 99 mg).

Recovery Blend4.5 g
Creatine Monohydrate1.5 gCreatine in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 1,768 products1.5 g per serving; the middle half of products list 1.11 g to 5 g, the median 2.5 g.1.5 g

62% of 1,768 products listing creatine give more (median 2.5 g).

Taurine1.5 gTaurine in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 2,337 products1,500 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 110 mg to 1,000 mg, the median 500 mg.1,500 mg

Higher than 82% of 2,337 products listing taurine (median 500 mg).

L-Glutamine1.5 gGlutamine in Whey Smooth Vanilla against 1,850 products1.5 g per serving; the middle half of products list 0.356 g to 3 g, the median 1 g.1.5 g

Higher than 53% of 1,850 products listing glutamine (median 1 g).

Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 178757 (entered July 25, 2018), version 9.4.0. See the label on DSLD. Amounts are what the maker printed; DSLD does not test products. Daily Values: the FDA's Daily Value page.

Is that a lot?

The rows in the top or bottom tenth of the products that list the same ingredient, and any above the adult upper limit at the most servings a day the directions give:

  • 95% of the 6,910 products that print an amount of iron list more than its 0.31 mg of iron (median 5 mg).

The NIH database records one serving a day from the label's directions; its % Daily Values are for adults and children 4 or more years of age. The directions as printed are further down this page.

The Tolerable Upper Intake Level is the most of a nutrient per day, from food, water and supplements together, that is likely to pose no risk for almost all adults (Institute of Medicine, 2011). It does not apply under medical supervision. This page compares labels; it is not medical advice.

Sources: amounts from the DSLD label; Daily Values from 21 CFR 101.9(c)(8)(iv); adult upper limits from the Institute of Medicine's DRI summary tables (2011). How positions are computed.

Which products have the closest formulas?

1 product lists the very same ingredients; the nearest amounts come first.

Source: ingredient lists of every product's current label in DSLD (version 9.4.0); similarity weights each shared ingredient by how rare it is.

What does the label say about taking it?

Quoted from the label as DSLD transcribed it: the maker's words, including any claim about what the product does, which the FDA has not evaluated and PlainVitamins does not endorse.

Directions
2 Scoops How (Directions) For adults, to receive 30g of protein per serving add 2 scoops (50g) in 8-12 ounces of water, milk or your favorite cold beverage. Then, stir or cover and shake for 20-30 seconds (until completely blended). Enjoy immediately after mixing and don’t forget to stay hydrated.
When 45 minutes post-workout or anytime as a protein supplement.
Feature Smoothie Recipe #2: Banana Power The potassium in bananas protects the heart and promotes calcium absorption. Drink this smoothie before a strenuous workout for an extra energy punch and to help prevent pesky muscle cramps. Ingredients: 2 scoops (1 serving) 2 tablespoons rolled oats 2 bananas 1 cup low-fat milk 1/2 cup cold water 1 teaspoon honey 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 4 ice cubes Preparation Combine ingredients and blend until smooth.
Warnings
Contains milk and soy lecithin. May contain traces of eggs, crab, pelagic wild sardine, shrimp, peanuts and wheat.
Notice: Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction.
For questions or comments or to report an undesired reaction or side effect, please call 1-888-287-1915.
Warning: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Keep out of the reach of children.
For your protection, do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
Allergens and what it does not contain
Gluten-free
Storage
Store at room temperature, tightly closed and avoid excessive heat.

Source: label statements in DSLD label 178757.

What else is on the label?

Other ingredients: Whey Protein Blend, Maltodextrin, Natural & Artificial flavor, Soy Lecithin, Gum Blend, purified Sea Salt, Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium.

Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Made in the USA Factory certified.

How many labels does Whey Smooth Vanilla have?

One label is on file, entered on July 25, 2018.

  1. Label 178757 (current) Entered July 25, 2018 · on the market · 2 lb · UPC 6 81131 17160 1

DSLD also links this label to: Whey Rich Chocolate (image difference, same product).

Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).

Who makes it?

The label names Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (distributor), Bentonville, AR. All Equate products.

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